Sicilian caponata

Our Sicilian Eggplant Caponata is prepared only with 100% Sicilian and 100% natural ingredients, according to tradition. Strictly without preservatives and flavourings.

Sicilian Caponata is one of the best-known Sicilian side dishes, made up of fried aubergines, celery, tomatoes, olives and the typical sweet and sour sauce that characterizes it.

Format : 200 g

Caponata alla Siciliana is a typical Sicilian dish served sweet and sour spread throughout the Mediterranean area which has as its basic ingredients fried aubergines flavored and accompanied in various ways.

The history of Caponata alla Siciliana refers to the origins and meaning of the term.

There are various schools of thought on the matter: the most recognized one derives the term caponata from "capone", which refers to the prized fish of the same name (better known as lambuga) which in 1700 was prepared sweet and sour for aristocrats and the wealthy classes!

What is Sicilian Caponata?

Eggplant Sicilian Caponata is a rich and tasty side dish, typical of Sicilian cuisine, where we find refined flavours, first and foremost noting the sweet and sour note, which distinguishes it .

The basic ingredient of the Sicilian Caponata with aubergines is precisely the aubergine , which is expertly prepared with only vegetable ingredients, respecting tradition and using fresh products, harvested when fully ripe.

Our Sicilian aubergine caponata is a traditional dish suitable for vegetarians and vegans , where the vegetables are the protagonist of the recipe, which is enhanced to the fullest and accompanied only by quality ingredients.

Characteristics:

• Type : Vegetable preserves based on aubergines

• Storage : store in a dry and ventilated place at room temperature. Once the package has been opened, consume within a maximum period of one week and store in the refrigerator.

• Chef's Tips: It can be served as an appetizer or it can be used as a side dish, on croutons or bread, or to amaze as an aperitif!

The Three Chestnuts of Etna: The Sicily of Etna

Those who choose Le Tre Castagne dell'Etna can, therefore, taste the products of Etna Sicily , carefully packaged in jars that contain our passion for artisan work and the scrupulous selection of raw materials .

We also boast particular attention to the manufacturing process, carried out with a direct concentration system and aimed at using all the sugars naturally present in the fruit.

Today, our production is mainly focused on the Etna chestnut , extending to a vast range of agri-food products. Savory pestos , our Sicilian Caponata, ready-made sauces , spreads , jams and marmalades convey the aromas and freshness of the fruits of our land.

Sicilian caponata for sale online on our shop www.emporiosicilia.it

We are committed to bringing to your home the best taste and freshness that the Sicilian artisan food and wine tradition has to offer!

For this reason, ordinary delivery times, from the moment of notification of shipment, are generally between 7 and 15 working days:

• In some cases the products are immediately available and ready to leave in a short time and therefore we will proceed with shipping immediately! Shipping within the national territory can also affect the speed.
• In other cases , to guarantee maximum freshness and quality, the products are made specifically for your order! So, to produce your freshest specialties, it takes its time. International shipping may also affect the speed.

We know that speed is an important factor and for this reason we are committed to processing your orders in the shortest time.

You can follow the progress of your shipment with the no. tracking that will arrive by email a few days after the order, when the package is ready to be shipped to you!

Our staff is always available to provide you with all the information on your order and to ensure that you receive the best of our products in the shortest time possible!

Important information for USA Customers : unfortunately at the moment we CANNOT ship ALCOHOL and FISH IN OIL.

Important information for SWITZERLAND and UK customers: unfortunately we CANNOT ship ALCOHOL at the moment.

However, let's remember that all the other products are available... and delicious! Thank you.